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Electromagnetic Brake Shoe for Light Rail Car

Electromagnetic brake shoe used in light rail vehicles under heading 8606, providing friction braking on wheels. Constructed from high-wear composite materials for urban transit durability. Classified in 8607.29.10.00 for 8606 rolling stock brakes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.6%+37.5%41.1%
🇲🇽Mexico3.6%+10.0%13.6%
🇨🇦Canada3.6%+10.0%13.6%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8607.19Lower: 15.1% vs 41.1%

If for freight cars under heading 8606 but non-brake specified

Other parts of 8606 vehicles if not explicitly brake components.

6813.81.00Lower: 37.5% vs 41.1%

If brake linings sold separately as friction material

Pure brake friction materials (non-asbestos) classified by material, not assembly.

8505.90.70Lower: 37.5% vs 41.1%

If electromagnetic components imported standalone

Electromagnets as parts of electric motors/generators if not rail-integrated.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include friction material composition analysis to confirm rail-specific classification

• Obtain rail authority approvals (e.g

• FRA or equivalent) prior to import for compliance